Program Coordinator - Alzheimer Research

Mayo Clinic•Rochester, MN

About The Position

Contributes to the analysis of internal and external opportunities related to operating goals. Independently manages some or all of the implementation of assigned projects and outreach initiatives. Serves as an expert resource and mentors other internal and external research project personnel. Troubleshoots and resolves problems and contributes significantly to discussions on prospective project design, feasibility, project management, and outcomes measurement. Participates in designing, organizing, and monitoring projects, including budgets and financial management. Plans for, participates in, and occasionally leads education for internal and external staff required to carry out an assigned project or research initiative. Organizes and participates in internal and external project workgroup, committee, and/or advisory board meetings, teleconferences, and regional meetings; prepares written correspondence; develops brochures, exhibits, and website content; writes articles for newsletters, newspapers, and magazines; coordinates student rotations and community research experiences; presents at national meetings; and performs other activities and duties as assigned. The position may require frequent travel to support community-based participatory research efforts.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in public health, education, communications, or a related field; alternatively, an Associate's degree/college Diploma/Certificate Program with at least 3 years of experience, or a high school diploma with at least 5 years of clinical research coordination or related experience, may be considered.
Demonstrated excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and work-organization skills.
Excellent interpersonal and project management skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and effectively with a variety of people at all levels, both within and outside Mayo Clinic.
Proficiency in desktop publishing, word processing, database applications, and website development.
Highly organized and efficient, with the ability to comprehend complex instructions and situations, manage several projects simultaneously, function independently, and exercise independent judgment in decision-making.

Nice To Haves

Applied knowledge and prior experience working with various research populations.

Responsibilities

Analyze internal and external opportunities related to operating goals.
Independently manage some or all implementation of assigned projects and outreach initiatives.
Serve as an expert resource and mentor other internal and external research project personnel.
Troubleshoot and resolve problems; contribute to discussions on prospective project design, feasibility, project management, and outcomes measurement.
Participate in designing, organizing, and monitoring projects, including budgets and financial management.
Plan, participate in, and occasionally lead education for internal and external staff supporting assigned projects or research initiatives.
Organize and participate in workgroup, committee, advisory board, teleconference, and regional meetings.
Prepare written correspondence and develop brochures, exhibits, and website content.
Write articles for newsletters, newspapers, and magazines.
Coordinate student rotations and community research experiences.
Present at national meetings.
Perform other activities and duties as assigned.
Travel frequently as needed to support community-based participatory research efforts.